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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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